Maintenance Support Technician - Summer Student
Overview The Summer Student – Maintenance Support Technician provides essential hands-on support to the facilities team, assisting with the day-to-day upkeep, repair, and beautification of properties. This entry-level role is designed to build practical experience in property management and building systems while contributing to a clean, safe, and comfortable living environment for residents.
Working under the guidance of senior maintenance staff, the student will handle low-risk maintenance, landscaping, and custodial tasks. The position requires a reliable individual with strong practical skills, a safety-first mindset, and the ability to interact respectfully with residents and staff while following all workplace safety guidelines.
Key Accountabilities
General Repairs & Maintenance- Perform minor plumbing repairs and basic hardware maintenance as directed.
- Repair and adjust bi-fold closet doors and change unit locks to ensure proper security.
- Install blinds, window coverings, and other standard fixtures.
- Assist with minor drywall repairs, patching, and interior/exterior painting projects.
- Perform general cleaning duties to maintain common areas and vacant units, including washing walls and windows.
- Sweep, mop, and vacuum hard-surface floors and carpeted areas.
- Dust fixtures, clear debris, and ensure a high standard of cleanliness across the property.
- Execute general landscaping tasks including routine lawn care, mowing, and edging.
- Maintain garden beds by weeding, clearing overgrowth, and managing debris.
- Trim and hedge bushes, shrubs, and trees to maintain clean property lines.
- Safely operate basic hand and power tools including drills, power washers, and leaf blowers.
- Maintain awareness of WorkSafeBC (WCB) regulations and actively observe and report property safety concerns to supervisors.
- Handle, store, and utilize various cleaning products safely in accordance with WHMIS training.
- Currently a student who is enrolled in, or interested in entering a post-secondary program, trade school or relevant educational stream
- Must successfully clear a criminal record check (backcheck) to work with vulnerable populations.
- Prior experience working in a Multi-Unit Residential Building (MURB) or an affordable housing environment is highly desirable.
- Practical hands-on experience using power tools (e.g., drills, pressure washers, leaf blowers).
- Demonstrated experience or familiarity with basic carpentry, plumbing, painting, and landscaping tasks.
- Completion of WHMIS training and familiarity with safe chemical handling procedures.
- Strong observation skills with a focus on workplace safety and identifying hazards.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and follow detailed instruction protocols.
- A valid British Columbia Driver’s License is considered a strong asset
- Be aged between 15 and 30 years old on the start date of the job;
- Have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN); and
- Be a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident of Canada, or a person who has been granted refugee status in Canada.
Pay: $18.25 per hour
Application question(s)
- Do you identify as Indigenous or Metis in Canada?
- Based on the program requirements, are you eligible?
